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In 1907, a wealthy Massachusetts astronomer managed to convince much of the country there was proof of life on Mars. Science writer David Baron's book, "The Martians," traces the rise and fall of that theory, including the role of an Amherst college scientist and his writer wife.

The case accuses the Trump administration of ignoring legislation designed to stop the spread of Chinese propaganda — and instead helping to broker a partial sale to businessmen close to Trump.

New research is underway to test whether a combination of high-intensity interval training and generic medicines can slow down aging and fend off age-related diseases. Here's how it might work.

Many tribes are encouraged by Trump's choice of Sen. Markwayne Mullin, a member of the Cherokee nation, as the new DHS Secretary. ICE agents have been accused of racially profiling Native Americans.

An American born in 2024 can expect to live to be 79, on average. But people in other wealthy countries can expect to live longer.

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Nicholas Quah of Vulture about the evolution of celebrity publicity as the "new media circuit" commands more attention.

After Rep. Cara Pavalock-D’Amato wore a blazer emblazoned with the message, “ICE IN,” legislative leaders revisited the rules of decorum.

At the 2026 Grammys, Bad Bunny became the first artist to win the album of the year award for a Spanish-language release. Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga also took home major awards.

U.S. snowboarders psych themselves up before competition with heavy metal and pop music, cat photos, and apparently many on the men's halfpipe team now do Qigong.

At a military camp in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, a commander tells NPR his armed opposition group is waiting for a chance to go into Iran.